Oregano
Variety : Oregano
Botanical Name : Origanum vulgare
Forms Available : Flakes
Used Part : Leaves
Product Type : Imported Products
Organic : Organic/Natural/IPM
Packging : 20 Kg Bag or Customized
Container Capacity : 20' Container: 7 MT 40' Container: 14 MT
Overview
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a fragrant herb widely known for its culinary flavor, aromatic profile, and health-promoting properties. Available as dried leaves, flakes, or powder, Oregano is valued in functional foods, beverages, herbal teas, nutraceuticals, and personal care products. It is rich in antioxidants and essential oils, making it a versatile ingredient for flavoring and wellness applications.
Uses
- Culinary & Functional Foods: Added to sauces, soups, pizzas, pastas, salads, and seasoning blends for flavor enhancement.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into powders, capsules, and wellness supplements for digestive health, immunity, and antioxidant support.
- Functional Beverages: Used in herbal teas and infused beverages for flavor and wellness benefits.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Occasionally used in natural skincare and aromatherapy products for its antibacterial and soothing properties.
Benefits
- Rich in antioxidants, phenols, and essential oils, supporting overall wellness.
- Promotes digestive health, immunity, and metabolic balance.
- Naturally enhances flavor and aroma in culinary and beverage applications.
- Traditionally used for respiratory, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Supports general health, vitality, and wellness.
Industry Applications
- Food & Beverage: Sauces, soups, pizzas, pastas, salads, seasoning blends, and herbal teas.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Powders, capsules, tablets, and wellness supplements.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Skincare, aromatherapy, and natural personal care products.
- Pharmaceuticals & Ayurveda: Ingredient in herbal and wellness formulations for digestion, immunity, and antioxidant support.
| # | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Dried, thin petals, free from seeds and other plant parts |
| 2 | Color | Characteristic orange to red |
| 3 | Odor & Taste | Mild, characteristic saffron-like aroma; mild and slightly bitter taste |
| 4 | Moisture | NMT 12.0% |
| 6 | Total Ash | NMT 10.0% |
| 7 | Acid Insoluble Ash | NMT 2.0% |
| 8 | Foreign Matter | NMT 1.0% |
| 9 | Coloring Strength | High-intensity color, with good water solubility |
| 10 | Microbiological | Conforms to standard food safety limits |

